Description
Overview
The Department of Building & General Services (BGS) Safety & Security is seeking a Security Officer to support our mission to keep to state employees and facilities safe and secure.
Security duties vary greatly from day to day but can include managing visitors at security kiosks, conducting building patrols, enforcing parking policies, responding to alarms, emergencies, and concerning events, monitoring security cameras, and documenting the circumstances of safety and security events. Incumbents must be able to communicate effectively verbally as well as be able to write comprehensive incident reports. Incumbents may be required to walk and/or stand for long periods of time, sometimes in adverse weather conditions. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and be available to work at night, weekends, and possibly on holidays.
Who May ApplyThis position, BGS Security Officer - Temporary (Job Requisition #56024), is open to all State employees and external applicants. This is a temporary position. Temporary work is typically for variable hours, and is not expected to be full-time. The State does not guarantee 40 hours of work per week.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Troy Seckington at Troy.Seckington@vermont.gov.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered
High school diploma or equivalent AND two 2 years or more of experience in security work which involved dealing with the public
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High school diploma or equivalent AND three 3 years or more of customer service experience which involved direct public contact INCLUDING one 1 year or more of experience in security work which involved dealing with the public
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One 1 year or more of full-time college coursework in a criminal justice field AND one 1 year or more experience in security work which involved dealing with the public
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One 1 year or more of full-time college coursework in a criminal justice related field AND two 2 years or more of customer service experience which involved direct public contact
Special Requirements Valid Driver's License is required. Must pass a fingerprint supported security clearance prior to starting position. CPR/AED and First Aid certification and all other BGS approved required training must be completed within the first nine months of employment. Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.Apply on company website